MG is breaking away from its budget image with the IM5 and IM6, two electric cars boasting up to 751 horsepower, 800-volt charging, and up to 710 kilometers of range. Spanish pricing remains unannounced as the brand aims for the premium segment.
MG just changed the game for electric cars in Europe. The company has revealed the IM5 and IM6, two models that leave behind MG’s old reputation for cheap, basic vehicles. These new EVs pack up to 751 horsepower, all-wheel drive, and a charging system that can add hundreds of kilometers in less than twenty minutes. MG is no longer playing at the bottom end. Independent automotive publications say these cars are built to go head-to-head with the Tesla Model 3, Model Y, and top European premium EVs. This is a new direction for MG.
Both the IM5 and IM6 ride on the new MG IM platform—short for “Intelligence in Motion.” Each car stretches close to five meters long. The IM5 is a fastback sedan. The IM6 is a taller SUV. Both share a 2.95-meter wheelbase, which means plenty of space inside. The IM6’s boot can hold up to 1,640 liters with the rear seats down. That’s a number you usually see from established premium brands. Several European automotive outlets report that both models use an 800-volt electrical system. This allows ultra-fast charging and advanced powertrains.
Both IM5 and IM6 feature a 96.5 kWh battery in their most powerful versions, supporting a WLTP range of up to 710 km for the IM5 and 625 km for the IM6 in rear-wheel-drive configurations.
Performance is front and center. The IM5’s base version uses a 75 kWh battery and a 295-horsepower rear motor. It can go up to 490 kilometers (WLTP) and hits 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds. The IM5 Long Range gets a 100 kWh battery and 407 horsepower. Range jumps to 710 kilometers, and acceleration drops to 4.9 seconds. The IM5 Performance AWD is the real headline. It has two motors, 553 kW (751 horsepower), and does 0–100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds. Claimed range is 575 kilometers. But independent tests cited by industry analysts suggest the real-world range for the most powerful AWD versions is closer to 410–420 kilometers because of higher energy use.
The IM6 follows a similar formula. Its Long Range version offers 407 horsepower and 625 kilometers of range. The Performance AWD matches the IM5’s 751 horsepower, reaches 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds, and tops out at 239 km/h. Both cars can tow up to 1,500 kilograms. That’s rare for electric vehicles this size. European road tests have confirmed the IM6’s all-wheel-drive 751-horsepower version meets MG’s performance claims.
The biggest leap is in charging and electrical tech. Both models use an 800-volt system and can take up to 396 kW of DC power. That means a 10% to 80% charge in about 17 minutes if conditions are right. For home charging, they support up to 11 kW AC. That’s standard for this class, but it’s the ultra-fast charging that makes these cars stand out for long trips. Data from leading automotive research outlets shows the IM5 and IM6 are among the fastest-charging EVs in Europe right now.
The launch of the IM5 and IM6 is closely tied to MG's expansion of its premium IM sub-brand, with first deliveries and sales already underway in several European countries. This move is part of a broader international strategy by MG and parent company SAIC to reposition themselves in the upper mid-range and premium EV segments.
Step inside and it’s clear MG has left its old image behind. The dashboard is dominated by a huge 26.3-inch panoramic display. There’s also a 10.5-inch touchscreen in the center. Buyers can add a 20-speaker sound system, panoramic roof, ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera, and a 50-watt wireless charger. The One-Touch iAD system handles parking automatically. Double glazing and active noise cancellation aim to match the comfort of established luxury brands.
Steering tech gets an upgrade too. Both models have four-wheel steering. The rear wheels can turn up to six degrees. That shrinks the turning circle and makes city driving easier. The IM6 Performance adds adaptive air suspension. It changes ride height and damping to fit the road.
Spanish pricing is still unknown. MG has not released official prices or a launch date for the IM5 and IM6 in Spain. In Germany, the IM5 starts at 53,990 euros. The IM6 starts at 56,990 euros. Performance AWD versions cost 58,990 and 60,990 euros. Dutch prices are lower, starting at 48,799 euros for the IM5 Standard Range and 51,799 euros for the IM6 Standard Range. Spanish buyers are left waiting. European industry sources say MG’s pricing strategy shows a clear break from its budget past.
Chinese automakers are pushing hard into Europe. MG’s move comes as brands like Xpeng and Zeekr also chase the premium electric market. The IM5 is set against the Tesla Model 3, BMW i4, BYD Seal, Polestar 2, and Xpeng P7+. The IM6 targets the Tesla Model Y, BMW iX3, Xpeng G9, and Zeekr 7X. This echoes the recent surge of Chinese brands in Spain, as seen with Omoda and Jaecoo’s rapid growth and possible return to China, as reported earlier.
MG’s shift is clear. The brand is done being the cheap option. With 751 horsepower, 800-volt charging, and up to 710 kilometers of range, MG is aiming straight at the premium electric market. Only one thing is missing: the Spanish price. Until then, the IM5 and IM6 are bold statements. Not just for MG, but for the future of electric cars in Spain.
